2000 Nissan Altima

Introduction: The 2000 Nissan Altima is a midsize sedan known for its roomy interior, comfortable ride, and affordable price. It was offered with a choice of two engine options: a 2.4L 4-cylinder and a 3.5L V6. Transmission choices included a 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic, and a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

Engine

2.4L 4-Cylinder

• Intake Manifold Gasket Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leak, engine overheating, rough idle, reduced power
  • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Timing Chain Tensioner Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Rattling noise from engine, reduced power, check engine light
  • Solution: Replace timing chain tensioner, timing chain, and related components
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

3.5L V6

• Spark Plug Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Misfiring, reduced power, poor fuel economy
  • Solution: Replace spark plugs
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found
• Distributor Cap Corrosion:
  • Description/Symptoms: Stalling, difficulty starting, reduced power
  • Solution: Replace distributor cap and rotor
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $100
  • Recalls: None Found
• Intake Plenum Leak:
  • Description/Symptoms: Vacuum leak, rough idle, reduced power, check engine light
  • Solution: Replace intake plenum gasket
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $300
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

5-Speed Manual

• Synchronizer Wear:
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, grinding noise
  • Solution: Replace synchronizers and related components
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

4-Speed Automatic

• Torque Converter Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Slipping gears, shuddering, overheating
  • Solution: Replace torque converter
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

CVT

• Premature Wear:
  • Description/Symptoms: Shuttering, slipping, noise
  • Solution: Replace CVT components or entire CVT assembly
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $5,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Strut Corrosion:
  • Description/Symptoms: Leaking shocks, reduced handling, uneven tire wear
  • Solution: Replace struts
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Sway Bar Link Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking or popping noise, reduced handling
  • Solution: Replace sway bar links
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery Drain:
  • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty starting, electrical components fail
  • Solution: Replace battery, check for parasitic draw
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found
• Alternator Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Dimming headlights, electrical components malfunction, battery warning light
  • Solution: Replace alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Ignition Coil Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Misfiring, reduced power, check engine light
  • Solution: Replace ignition coils
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Headlight Switch Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: Headlights fail to turn on/off, flickering
  • Solution: Replace headlight switch
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Dashboard Noise:
  • Description/Symptoms: Rattle or squeak from the dashboard
  • Solution: Apply adhesive or foam to dampen vibrations
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $150
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary: Overall, the 2000 Nissan Altima has a fair reliability record. While it has some common issues such as intake manifold gasket failure and CVT problems, the severity of these issues varies. The estimated cost to fix most of the issues ranges from $100 to $1,000+, and only a few components have associated recalls.